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Telegraph: Flossing helps mitigate the serious health risks associated with gum disease.
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New York Times: Researchers have linked shift work to a variety of health and sleep issues
Three ways to track your fitness over time
New York Times: Gains take time, but regular tracking of strength helps keep you on track.
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Prediabetes diet: What to eat if you’re at risk, according to the experts
Telegraph: Managing prediabetes starts on your plate.
Eating cheese and open fires among 25 things linked to longer life
Where you live and what you eat are surprising influencers with regard to life expectancy.
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Is fake meat better for you than real meat?
New York Times: Fake meat is plant-based but ultra-processed – so is it any healthier?
The health benefits of honey – and how to spot the fake stuff
Is honey healthier than sugar? Is expensive better? Here's what the experts say.
The big stretch: Four Pilates tips for beginners
New York Times: Instructors share their best advice for beginners.
Opinion: How social media gave rise to fraudulent wellness influencers like Belle Gibson
OPINION: Her story is only the tip of the iceberg of influencers exploiting health trends.
Six ways alcohol can affect your gut
New York Times: If you have these common digestive symptoms, drinking less may help.
Happy endings: Why orgasms are good for your health
The science of satisfaction – and what you can do if you’re not quite getting there.
Quality v quantity: Untangling sleep issues tied up with ADHD
Many kids – especially those with ADHD – don’t get enough sleep. Here's how to help.
Got bad breath? You’re probably missing a spot when you brush
Trials have shown tongue scraping can temporarily reduce odour-causing bacteria.
10 habits to keep your brain young
Telegraph: It’s never too late to build a more resilient brain and body.
The three heart conditions that raise your dementia risk – and how to protect against them
Telegraph: Looking after your heart could be the key to keeping your memory sharp.
The 10 ultra-processed foods to never buy again
Experts recommend which UPFs should be struck off the shopping list for good.
I was a fit 60-year-old and broke my hip. Every woman should be aware of the dangers of osteoporosis
Telegraph: A third of people with hip fractures die within a year.
The health risks of an apron belly – and how to get rid of it
Telegraph: Apron bellies can lead to infections, posture problems and more.
Does drinking lemon water have health benefits?
New York Times: Influencers claim it helps with weight loss, digestion and more.
I was an insomniac for 20 years - this is how I finally learnt to sleep
Telegraph: I bet a lot of people find themselves facing insomnia for the same reason I did
I finally found a way to cure my fear of the dentist
Telegraph: I dread the whirr of the dentist’s drill. Thankfully, I’ve found a solution.
Dry January is over - here’s how to (healthily) have a drink again
You don't need to have gone cold turkey over January to adopt these good drinking habits.
Why am I always tired after work? Experts say they have the answer
Can't get off the couch after work? You're not alone, and there's a legitimate reason why.
35 simple health tips experts swear by
New York Times: Some simple tips for a healthier, happier life.
‘Use it or lose it’: Experts reveal key to combating cognitive decline
Telegraph: The lifestyle tweaks to slow the cognitive decline that hits at 57, 70 and 78.
Nit good at all: Head lice frustrations driving rise in risky treatments
Parents are resorting to using kerosene, fly spray and flea treatment to get rid of nits.
The best food combinations to boost your gut health
A nutritionist runs through all the food pairings that benefit your microbiome.
Jo Wilson: I missed a cervical smear test – and it almost cost me my life
Telegraph: TV presenter shares how a missed smear test changed her life.
The unloved root vegetable that improves your gut health
It’s time to put this much-maligned vegetable on the menu.
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Even a speedy 10-minute nap can have profound effects on our cognition and mood.
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